realpolitik

Example Sentences

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Here is some plain talk and uncomfortable realpolitik for establishment Democrats: If Harris had run a perfect campaign she would have won.

From Salon

Considering the realpolitik — and what many people are likely thinking — do you believe that if the Democrats had nominated a white man instead of Kamala Harris, would they have had a better chance of victory?

From Salon

In the end, realpolitik triumphed, with Kenya not prepared to jeopardise its closer ties with Turkey, which saw the two countries sign a military co-operation agreement in July.

From BBC

I get that the winning calculus for Democrats right now must lean on cold, hard realpolitik if they want to stop Donald Trump from retaking the White House.

From Los Angeles Times

The relationship also underscores the Emirates’ realpolitik foreign policy.

From Seattle Times